2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Legacy (227 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (221 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Outlander | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
